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Andhra Pradesh SEC Announces First Phase of Panchayat Elections
✍️ The New Indian Express
🗓 15 Nov 2026, 07:04 AM
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The State Election Commission of Andhra Pradesh has issued a formal notification to commence the first phase of the upcoming panchayat elections across the state.
The State Election Commission (SEC) of Andhra Pradesh has released an official notification signalling the start of the first phase of the state's panchayat elections. The announcement outlines the schedule and procedural guidelines that will govern the voting process for local self‑government bodies.
Under the notification, the initial phase will cover elections to gram panchayats and other grassroots institutions as per the state's electoral calendar. The SEC has emphasized that the poll will be conducted in a free, fair and transparent manner, adhering to the provisions of the Panchayati Raj Act.
Election officials are tasked with preparing voter lists, deploying polling personnel and ensuring that all required security and logistical arrangements are in place. The commission has also urged political parties and candidates to observe the code of conduct ahead of the polls.
The first phase marks a critical step in the democratic cycle, as panchayat bodies play a pivotal role in rural governance, development planning and delivery of public services in Andhra Pradesh.
Under the notification, the initial phase will cover elections to gram panchayats and other grassroots institutions as per the state's electoral calendar. The SEC has emphasized that the poll will be conducted in a free, fair and transparent manner, adhering to the provisions of the Panchayati Raj Act.
Election officials are tasked with preparing voter lists, deploying polling personnel and ensuring that all required security and logistical arrangements are in place. The commission has also urged political parties and candidates to observe the code of conduct ahead of the polls.
The first phase marks a critical step in the democratic cycle, as panchayat bodies play a pivotal role in rural governance, development planning and delivery of public services in Andhra Pradesh.